Question

question 15 of 24
how was the united states cold war foreign policy in asia similar to its foreign policy in latin america?
a. in both regions, the united states captured and colonized large territories.
b. in both regions, the united states failed to respond to massive communist genocides.
c. in both regions, the united states used its military power to limit the spread of communism and socialism.
d. in both regions, the united states distributed nuclear weapons to its democratic allies.

Explanation:

During the Cold War, the U.S. had a policy of containment to stop the spread of communism globally. In Asia, it was involved in the Korean War and Vietnam War to prevent communist expansion. In Latin America, it supported anti - communist dictatorships and intervened in countries like Guatemala and Nicaragua to limit the influence of communism.

Answer:

C. In both regions, the United States used its military power to limit the spread of communism and socialism.